Posts Tagged: femoral hernia
April 7, 2025
Femoral vs. Inguinal Hernia: Key Differences
Hernias are common in people. It occurs when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in muscle or connective tissue. The two common types of hernias that can occur are femoral hernia and inguinal hernia, among others, and they can be painful. Even though they feel the same, they have different causes, symptoms, and treatments….
April 7, 2025
Femoral Hernia: Symptoms, Types, Causes & Treatment
It is termed “femoral hernia” when the tissue pushes through a gap in the groin or upper thigh region next to the femoral artery. While this type of hernia is less common than others, femoral hernias should be taken seriously as they may require surgical intervention to treat severe complications, such as tissue strangulation. Understanding…
About Dr Aparna Govil Bhasker
Dr. Aparna Govil Bhasker is a Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon with experience of over 15 years. She is an alumnus of Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sewagram. Incidentally, she was the first lady in more than 20 years to take up surgery as a specialization in her institute. Women in surgery constitute less than 5% of the total number of surgeons in India and have to face a lot of prejudices. However, she considers herself to be blessed to have been trained by the best teachers and most supportive colleagues… Read more
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